This study is recruiting individuals with chronic cervical (neck area) spinal cord injuries to assess the safety and effect of skin-surface (transcutaneous) spinal cord stimulation on upper extremity (arm, hand, finger) function. Spinal cord stimulation is a technique using electrodes to activate spinal cord nerve networks. This intervention (called ARC Therapy) uses a wearable stimulator unit and skin electrodes attached at the neck region, thus targeting improved upper extremity function. If included in the study, participants will undergo a two-month conventional functional task practice (FTP) program without stimulation, followed by a two-month program of FTP with stimulation. Final testing of upper extremity strength and function will be performed after about 16 months.
Traumatic
Type
Details
Up to 20 in-clinic training sessions per month Guided, in-clinic conventional functional task practice (FTP) program lasting approximately two months Combined functional task practice and spinal cord stimulation for approximately two months Testing of upper extremity function
Main benefits
Arm/hand function
Additional benefits
General health
Mechanism of action
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
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